How to obtain a French DGCCRF test report for kitchenware and cookware?
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Guidelines for Obtaining French DGCCRF Test Reports for Cookware and Cookware
I. Applicable Regulations and Standards
The French DGCCRF's regulation of food contact materials (such as cookware and cookware) is primarily based on:
EU Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004: Framework Regulation on Food Contact Materials
French Décret n° 2007-766: Food Contact Materials Directive
Arrêté du 25 novembre 1992: Migration Limits for Silicone/Rubber/Metal Materials
Arrêté du 9 novembre 1994: Migration Limits for Ceramic/Glass/Enamel/Cast Iron Materials
DGCCRF Notification 2014-108: Guidelines for Stainless Steel Food Contact Materials
CMR Substance Ban: Carcinogenic, mutagenic, and reproductive toxicants are prohibited according to REACH Annex XVII.
II. Test Items
Test items differ depending on the material of the cookware and cookware:
| Material Category | Main Test Items | Key Limits/Standards
| Stainless Steel | Migration of elements such as Cr, Ni, Mn, and Fe | 24 migration units (4% acetic acid, boiling simulation)
| Aluminum/Aluminum Alloys | Migration of aluminum and other elements | Limits 1~5 mg/kg
| Cast Iron/Iron | Fe, Cr, Ni migration; coating evaluation | According to EN 12983, etc.
| Non-stick Coatings | PFOA/PFOS, perfluorinated compounds; coating adhesion, abrasion resistance | (EU) 2017/1000
| Ceramics/Enamel | Pb, Cd leaching | Pb 0.8 mg/dm², Cd 0.07 mg/dm²
| Plastics/Silicone | Specific migration (SML), sensory testing | (EU) No 10/2011
| Wooden Handles | Pentachlorophenol (PCP), preservatives | REACH Limits
Common Tests: Overall migration, specific organic migration (SML), sensory testing (odor/color transfer), heavy metal leaching.
III. Application Process
1. Select an Institution: Choose a third-party laboratory with CMA/CNAS accreditation and recognized by French customs/e-commerce platforms (e.g., DZW Testing CNAS registration number: L8083).
2. Complete the Application: Submit product information (material, intended use, type of food contact, maximum operating temperature, whether it contains coatings, etc.), BOM list, and pictures of the exported product.
3. Send Samples: 3-5 samples of the same product are required for each material; if multiple materials are involved (e.g., non-stick inner layer of a non-stick pan + aluminum alloy substrate + plastic handle), samples should be sent for testing separately.
4. Laboratory Testing: The cycle is generally 5-7 working days.
5. Report Issuance: After passing the test, a DGCCRF test report (including a declaration of compliance with French regulations) in French or English will be issued.
6. Report Validity: It is recommended to submit the report within one year (e-commerce platforms generally require this). Retesting is required if materials/processes change.
IV. Cost Reference
Single Material (e.g., pure stainless steel pot): Approximately 800~2000 RMB
V. Compliance Requirements After Application
1. Product Labeling/Packaging:
Instructions for use in French, maximum temperature resistance, and applicable stove type.
Include country of origin information (e.g., "Made in China")
Provide food contact markings (knife, fork, cup symbols)
Information on the manufacturer/importer or authorized representative in France.
2. Authorized Representative in France:
When selling to France, non-EU manufacturers must appoint an authorized representative in France.
Information must be reflected on the product/packaging/instruction manual.
Mandatory requirement on platforms such as Amazon France and Cdiscount.
3. Self-Declaration/Technical Documentation:
Draft an EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC).
Prepare technical documents: product description, test reports, material declaration, risk assessment.
Retention period: at least 5 years (from the last time the product was placed on the market).
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